CCNA Security Certification Facts

The CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) Security credential is offered by Cisco, a technology company that is involved in manufacturing and selling of computer hardware products and telecommunications equipment. The CCNA Security certification is for technology experts who have proved their skills in developing a security framework, identifying network threats and vulnerabilities, as well as mitigating these security threats. It focuses on an individual’s ability to install, troubleshoot, and monitor the network to ensure that integrity, confidentiality, and efficiency in provision of Cisco networking services and products are adhered to.

To be eligible for this Cisco credential, the candidate must possess any of the following certifications: CCENT, any CCIE, or CCNA Routing and Switching.
The CCNA Security certification is valid for three years. It comes with logos that can only be used with total adherence to the laid down Logo Guidelines.

The 210-260 IINS exam consists of 60-70 questions and takes 90 minutes to complete. The questions are usually in a multiple-choice format with single and multiple answers, fill-in-the blank, and drag-and-drop. Cisco does not report the exam passing scores because its tests are set based on statistical analysis. This implies that exam questions and required passing scores are bound to change. Once the candidate has passed the test, he/she receives score reports that show the attained scores for each exam section and overall passing score. An exam retake is only allowed five days after the last attempt. The test is provided by Pearson VUE.

The 210-260 exam is designed to test the candidates’ ability to understand the major security concepts, manage VPN encryption and install firewalls, secure access, prevent intrusion, and ensure web and email security. The students must demonstrate the following knowledge:

Describing common security networking concepts

Securing routing and switching framework

Deploying basic identification and authorization services

Developing and implementing basic firewall services

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Kindsghy K

Netherlands

Nov 14, 2018

@TECHB, Sorry to hear that you fell your exam. I wish you good luck!

TechB

South Africa

Nov 07, 2018

My CCNA Security exam was so tough. I didn’t manage to pass it. I am attempting for the second time and am grateful for this useful info I found here.

Jacinta Diane

Singapore

Nov 07, 2018

@diop777222, first of all, make sure you understand the CCNA Security syllabus. The other thing is to take a course, use relevant study guides and practice tests.

Diop 777222

Rwanda

Nov 06, 2018

What is the best way to prepare and pass the 210-260 exam? I’m considering registering for it.

Gigan Luan

Saudi Arabia

Nov 04, 2018

I passed my 210-260 exam and I am just so happy!

Mark J

China

Oct 29, 2018

I’m looking forward to being a certified as a Cisco CCNA Security professional. I’m currently studying for my exam.

Pato L

South Africa

Oct 24, 2018

@preeti, I agree with you on that. Cisco Security certifications are some of the best around. I am also certified and I know what that means.

Arthur Riel

United States

Oct 23, 2018

I used the Cisco security premium file that helped me pass my 210-260 exam. I’m grateful for that file recommended by a friend.

Preeti78

Saudi Arabia

Oct 17, 2018

Having the Cisco Security certification has continued to open great doors for me. It is one of the best!

Zabde Klu

Singapore

Oct 07, 2018

These are wonderful things here. I’m learning a lot.

Shahi Ben

United Kingdom

Oct 05, 2018

@alexkani, I would advice that you get an access to one. It gives you needed hands-on experience. It even goes beyond passing your exam since you will get valuable skills that will help you in your day to day networking security tasks. You can check out the site for some of the best labs. I got mine. Using it helped me pass my exam.

Alex Kani

Tanzania

Sep 28, 2018

Can it be helpful to use the CCNA Security lab for passing my 210-260 exam?